What is the test for reversal of a finding that a judge's participation in the trial of a defendant was improper?
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The following excerpt is from U.S. v. Lapena, 990 F.2d 1263 (9th Cir. 1993):
Lapena contends the district court's comments deprived him of a fair trial. A judge's participation warrants reversal only if the record shows actual bias or leaves a strong impression of advocacy. United States v. Laurins, 857 F.2d 529, 537 (9th Cir.1988), cert. denied, 492 U.S. 906 (1989).
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